Desert Foothills Mountain Bike Association

Desert Foothills Mountain Bike Association We are a 501(c)3 Chapter of IMBA serving the North Phoenix Valley

The Cave Creek Bicycle Association is a conglomeration of people who love everything having to do with mountain biking. We work hard for better trails through advocacy,education and volunteer trail maintenance projects.

03/07/2026

🌵 Mountain Bike & Community Leaders Wanted 🌵

The Desert Foothills Mountain Bike Association (DFMBA) is looking to welcome 2–3 new board members to help amplify our impact across the Desert Foothills community.

Our trails support more than riding — they bring together neighbors, families, hikers, riders, volunteers, local businesses, and land managers. We’re looking for people who care about this community and are interested in advocating for and raising awareness about mountain biking in Cave Creek.

You don’t need board experience or to be a hardcore mountain biker. If you:
✅ Care about trails and open space
✅ Live, work, or recreate in the area
✅ Want to lend your voice, skills, or perspective

—we’d love to hear from you.

📧 Reach out: [email protected]

Please share this post and help us reach voices across the community. Broader leadership means broader impact 🌄

03/02/2026

🌵 Mountain Bike & Community Leaders Wanted 🌵

The Desert Foothills Mountain Bike Association (DFMBA) is looking to welcome 2–3 new board members to help amplify our impact across the Desert Foothills community.

Our trails support more than riding — they bring together neighbors, families, hikers, riders, volunteers, local businesses, and land managers. We’re looking for people who care about this community and are interested in advocating for and raising awareness about mountain biking in Cave Creek.

You don’t need board experience or to be a hardcore mountain biker. If you:
✅ Care about trails and open space
✅ Live, work, or recreate in the area
✅ Want to lend your voice, skills, or perspective

—we’d love to hear from you.

📧 Reach out: [email protected]

🌵 Volunteers Needed for the Cave Creek Cactus Classic! 🚵‍♀️The C4 doesn’t happen without our amazing volunteers — and we...
11/08/2025

🌵 Volunteers Needed for the Cave Creek Cactus Classic! 🚵‍♀️

The C4 doesn’t happen without our amazing volunteers — and we’d love your help! 🙌
We’re looking for friendly faces to help with:
• Course setup & rider check-in
• Aid station support
• Traffic & safety marshals
• Finish line timing & cleanup

📅 Event day: Saturday, November 8, 2025 7am checkin
📍 Location: Local Jonny’s, Cave Creek

All volunteers get a C4 T-shirt and the satisfaction of supporting one of Arizona’s best mountain bike events!

If you can lend a hand, please sign up here 👉 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849ABA722A2F9C70-57453398-2025 #/
or send us a message.

Let’s make this year’s C4 another amazing ride! 💪🌵

We need your help to once again make this the best experience! Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. All volunteers receive lunch and a free T-Shirt. Thank you! check in 7-7:30 @ Local Jonny's race day

11/08/2025

🚵‍♀️ Day-of Registration Available!
Missed online registration? No worries — you can still sign up on race morning at Local Jonny’s in Cave Creek!

📅 Saturday, November 8, 2025
🕖 Check-in & Day-of Registration: Opens at 7:00 a.m.
🏁 Race Start: 8:30 a.m.

Come early, grab your bib, and join the ride! The weather looks perfect, the trails are ready, and it’s shaping up to be another amazing C4.

👉 Details: cavecreekcactusclassic.itsyourrace.com🚵

🚵‍♀️ Cave Creek Cactus Classic – Event Schedule!It’s almost time for one of Arizona’s best desert rides! Here’s what’s h...
11/07/2025

🚵‍♀️ Cave Creek Cactus Classic – Event Schedule!
It’s almost time for one of Arizona’s best desert rides! Here’s what’s happening on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Local Jonny’s in Cave Creek 👇

📍 Location: 6033 E Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek AZ 85331



🕓 Race Day Schedule
Parking at Local Jonny’s back lot and public lot 6055 E hidden valley Drive
Bring family and friends to cheer on, recommended easy access spectator viewing areas.
1-Start of the race @ Spur Cross park, https://maps.app.goo.gl/6qLxgzRzjrse3pYV6?g_st=ipc
2- Saddle Mount aid station 20 min drive from start line, N24th st/N26st/Saddle mountain rd https://maps.app.goo.gl/N7E3jPAuvmJCs5cK6?g_st=ipc
3- Cave Creek Park as rides pass on to Slate Trail . N Tonalite Dr. https://maps.app.goo.gl/Q66oogYiJVq9WTwG8?g_st=ipc
4- Top of surrey hill as exhausted rides emerge with DJ Ernie blasting some tunes. E. Surrey Drive. Close to Town.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/U1Snopgv54kcp6PeA?g_st=ipc

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Didn’t get in before the T-shirt or hat deadline? Stop by the DFMBA tent — limited quantities will be available for sale!
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RACE DAY!
• 7:00 a.m. – Packet pickup & day-of registration opens
•07:00 a.m. -Flat Tire Bike shop open for any last-minute needs.
• 7:00–7:30 a.m. – Volunteer check-in
• 8:15 a.m. – Rider staging, announcements, & National Anthem
• 8:30 a.m. – Race & Fun Ride start! Neutral roll-out in progress — stay behind the lead vehicle.
• 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. – Aid station open around mile 12 — refuel with water, electrolytes, and energy gels before tackling the final stretch!
• 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. – Post-ride celebration at Local Jonny’s with live music by Six Fingered Man
• 10:00 a.m. – Lead riders expected at the finish line!
• 1:00 p.m. – Course cutoff (all riders off trail)
• 1:30 p.m. – Awards Ceremony
• 2:00 p.m. – Event wrap-up – thanks for riding the C4!

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If you need to transfer, please email: [email protected] prior to race day!



Bring your friends, cheer on the riders, and enjoy a great day in Cave Creek! Trails are ready, the weather looks perfect, and we can’t wait to see everyone out there.

Thanks to all our sponsors 2025 - Local Jonny’s, Braven Bar, Flat Tire Bike Shop , Dynamite Beer ,Cryin Coyote BBQ, Powerline Mtb, Cave Creek Flower Farm(CCFF)
Partners-Mangled Momentum, Medstar, Arizona Rangers HAM Radio, Sherrif Department , National Construction Rentals, Maricopa County Parks department, A barricade company..

👉 Event info & registration: cavecreekcactusclassic.itsyourrace.com

Saturday, Nov 8, 2025

11/04/2025

🌵 Volunteers Needed for the Cave Creek Cactus Classic! 🚵‍♀️

The C4 doesn’t happen without our amazing volunteers — and we’d love your help! 🙌
We’re looking for friendly faces to help with:
• Course setup & rider check-in
• Aid station support
• Traffic & safety marshals
• Finish line timing & cleanup

📅 Event day: Saturday, November 8, 2025
📍 Location: Local Jonny’s, Cave Creek

All volunteers get a C4 T-shirt, free coffee from Local Jonny’s, and the satisfaction of supporting one of Arizona’s best mountain bike events!

If you can lend a hand, please sign up here 👉 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849ABA722A2F9C70-57453398-2025 #/  or send us a message.

Let’s make this year’s C4 another amazing ride! 💪🌵

11/04/2025

🚵‍♂️ Cave Creek Cactus Classic – Price Increase Coming Soon 11/6 !
If you haven’t registered yet, now’s the time! Entry fees for the 2025 C4 go up soon — sign up before the next price tier kicks in and lock in your spot on the start line.

The C4 is happening Saturday, November 8, 2025, starting and finishing at Local Jonny’s in Cave Creek. Don’t miss one of the best desert rides of the year — great trails, great people, and a great cause!

👉 Register today: cavecreekcactusclassic.itsyourrace.com

After more than 35 hours of hard work, the team has tackled the damage from the rains—smoothing out ruts, clearing overg...
10/28/2025

After more than 35 hours of hard work, the team has tackled the damage from the rains—smoothing out ruts, clearing overgrowth, and restoring the C4 loop to its full glory. It’s now ready to deliver a true mountain bike challenge! Cave Creek Cactus Classic. Race Ready.

Trail work on another section is now complete!
10/21/2025

Trail work on another section is now complete!

Day 2. Supporting the Middle and High School ACA Arizona Cycling Association racers today! 🎉 The first 3 people to stop ...
10/19/2025

Day 2. Supporting the Middle and High School ACA Arizona Cycling Association racers today! 🎉 The first 3 people to stop by and sign up for the C4 will get a free hat! 🧢

Do you have skills in trail building, marketing, non-profit finance, or race organization? Are you looking for a volunte...
01/13/2025

Do you have skills in trail building, marketing, non-profit finance, or race organization? Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity related to your passion for the outdoors? We would love to have you come check out our next meeting!
Email for details [email protected]

You can still sign up!
11/04/2024

You can still sign up!

It’s ok, we all procrastinate sometimes! But you can still sign up!

https://runsignup.com/cavecreekcactusclassic

Can Ya Handle It?! Ride with us through 25 miles of beautiful Sonoran Desert and enjoy festivities with vendors and live music after the race!

The C4 MTB Race benefits the Desert Foothills Mountain Bike Association 501(c)3 mission. We support local trails such as Flume, Slate, Gateway, Canyon Ridge, and the Maricopa Trail. We provide education events and support youth mountain biking in our community.

We rely on this race to drive membership and raise funds to continue working hard for the community we love. DFMBA is 100% run by volunteers. The C4 race is an epic way to gain bragging rights (hello Surrey Hill) while supporting your community!

Get more race details on our website:
https://www.dfmba.org

Or on the registration page: https://runsignup.com/cavecreekcactusclassic

Address

PO Box 1835, School House Road
Cave Creek, AZ
85327

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